The London LGBTQ+ Community Centre works with a network of people and groups across the LGBTQ+ community. This includes hosting a number of monthly groups and meetups at our space in Bankside.
From mental health drop-ins to community socials, the events listed below are spaces we host on a monthly or bi-monthly basis.
We aim to keep this page updated, but have limited capacity within the team. To see what else is coming up at the Centre, visit our weekly events page, follow us on Eventbrite or sign up for our newsletter!
If you have access requirements or questions about any events, email us at hello@londonlgbtqcentre.org.
Health and wellbeing
Breathwork
By exploring yourself through breath you’ll learn the tools which are useful every day if you find yourself in a stressful situation.
When: 1st Sunday of the month
Time: 10:30-11:30am
Tickets: Free or pay what you can
Book: Via Eventbrite
We also host weekly Yoga and Community Meditation classes.
Queer Walking Group
From green spaces and forests to scenic canals, join us for a monthly Queer Walking Group across London.
When: Last Sunday of the month
Time: 12-2pm
Tickets: Free or pay what you can
Book: Via Eventbrite
We hold one-off walks outside of London. Follow our Eventbrite page to keep up to date.
Tarot Chats
Join AJ for a magical tarot coven meetup to deepen your relationship with tarot.
When: 1st Saturday of the month
Time: 1-3pm
Tickets: Solidarity (£15), standard (£10), pay what you can or free
Book: Via Eventbrite
Online Tarot Chats
Join AJ for a magical online tarot meetup and deepen your relationship with tarot.
When: 2nd or 3rd Saturday of the month
Time: 11am-1pm
Tickets: Solidarity (£15), standard (£10), pay what you can or free
Book: Via Eventbrite
Love Empowerment Lounge
Monthly relationships and sex workshop – a sanctuary thoughtfully designed to rediscover your authentic self within a supportive community.
When: 1st Saturday of the month
Time: 3-5pm
Tickets: Solidarity (£15), standard (£10), pay what you can or free
Book: Via Eventbrite
Community meetups
50+ Meetup Groups
Forming from Opening Doors, four over 50’s groups for LGBTQ+ people take place at the Centre.
These groups include:
- 50+ Friday Social
- Bi the Way (for bi/pan people over 50)
- Melanin Vybz (for BPOC over 50)
- 50+ Trans and Non-Binary Social
Asexual and Aromantic Meetup
Ace and Aro London host a monthly meetup for aromantic and asexual people. Times vary so please check details and register on our Eventbrite.
When: 2nd Saturday of the month
Time: 5-7pm
Tickets: Free or pay what you can
Book: Via Eventbrite
Intermission: Intersex Meetup (online)
Intermission is a monthly meet-up for intersex folks and their allies hosted by intersex actor and advocate, Ki Griffin.
When: Last Thursday of the month
Time: 6-8pm
Tickets: Free or pay what you can
Book: Via Eventbrite
Trans Social Meetup
A relaxed social event to meet and chat with people who identify under the trans and gender non-conforming umbrella.
When: 1st Sunday of the month
Time: 1:30-3:30pm
Tickets: Free
Book: Via Eventbrite
LGBTQ+ Language Meetups
The Centre hosts regular LGBTQ+ Language Meetups. These events are designed for native speakers and learners to come together in an open and welcoming environment.
The groups we currently host include:
- BSL Practice Meetup
- Chinese Language Meetup (returning)
- French Language Meetup
- Polish Language Meetup
- Portuguese Language Meetup
- Russian Language Meetup
- Spanish Language Meetup
- Ukrainian Language Meetup
- Welsh Language Meetup
Check out the different language groups we host and sign up on Eventbrite. Past groups have included Arabic, Bengali, Punjabi, Hindi and Urdu.
If you’re a native speaker of a foreign language that’s not represented in our calendar and you’d like to host your own group (or bring back a past group!), get in touch.
Note: These meetups aren’t formal lessons, and are suitable for people who are learning independently rather than absolute beginners.
LGBTQ+ Indian Network UK (GIN)
The LGBTQ Indian Network UK (formerly GIN) hosts a monthly sober space at the Centre for LGBTQ+ people of South Asian heritage.
When: 1st or 2nd Sunday of the month
Time: 1-4pm
Book: No booking required
Queer Refugees Unite (Women’s Group)
Queer Refugees Unite is a group for LBT+ women and nonbinary asylum seekers and refugees. They meet monthly in a closed and confidential space. The group is open to new members and referrals. To join email us at hello@londonlgbtqcentre.org.
Queer Film Club
Our bi-monthly film club aims to platform LGBTQ+ voices and stories. All screenings are free or pay what you can and are followed by an open discussion on the film. Upcoming screenings are announced through our socials or our weekly newsletter.
If you’re a filmmaker and would like to screen your work at the space, we’d love to hear from you! For more info on how to get involved email bookings@londonlgbtqcentre.org.
Queer Book Club
The Centre’s monthly Queer Book Club focuses on accessible and open discussions of queer stories and queer themes. The group meets at the Centre once a month and is open to all – you don’t need to have finished (or even started) the book!
When: 2nd Saturday of the month
Time: 3-5pm
Tickets: Free or pay what you can
Book: Via Eventbrite
Check out what we’ll be reading in 2025.
LGBTQ+ Board Games Afternoon
A chance to spend a chilled Sunday afternoon playing popular board games like Codenames and Werewolf with other LGBTQ+ folks in a relaxed environment.
When: Bi-monthly on 2nd Saturday of the month
Time: 1:30-4:30pm
Tickets: Free or pay what you can
Book: Via Eventbrite
Peer Support for Navigating Eating Disorders and/or Body Dysmorphia (online)
Online peer support group for people of marginalised genders navigating eating disorders and/or body dysmorphia.
When: Last Tuesday month
Time: 6-8pm
Tickets: Free
Book: Via Eventbrite
Queer with OCD
Meet other LGBTQ+ people with OCD in a friendly setting.
When: 1st Saturday of the month
Time: 1-3pm
Tickets: Pay what you can
Book: Via Eventbrite
Arts and crafts
Queer Chat and Craft
Bring your own craft project and meet at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre for a chat and craft time! A space to share crafting, ideas, tips but also just enjoy being together.
When: 1st Saturday of the month
Time: 3-5pm
Tickets: Solidarity (£10), standard (£5), pay what you can or free
Book: Via Eventbrite
Queer Art Social
Online peer support group for LGBTQ+ people to discuss their lived experiences of adenomyosis, endometriosis and/or PCOS.
When: 1st Sunday of the month
Time: 1:30-3:30pm
Tickets: Prices vary depending on the workshop and cost of materials, see Eventbrite for more
Book: Via Eventbrite
LGBTQ+ Life Drawing Class
Queer Life Drawing Classes featuring LGBTQ+ models, facilitated by Sophie (Kai) Kathleen.
When: 1st Friday of the month
Time: 6-7:30pm
Tickets: Solidarity (£15), standard (£10), pay what you can or free
Book: Via Eventbrite
Kings for (Life) Drawing Class
A Drag King/Thing Life Drawing Workshop for artists to experience drag in a new way and drag artists to gain a new skill in life modelling.
When: 1st Sunday of the month
Time: 3:30-5:30pm
Tickets: Pay it forward (£20), standard (£15) or concession (£10)
Book: Via Eventbrite
Writing Club for QTIPOC
Are you a QTIBPOC writer with a idea in mind? Meet like minded people and move forward with your project with the guidance of award-wininng novelist and screenwriter Aude Konan.
When: Bi-monthly on the 1st Saturday of the month
Time: 1-3pm
Tickets: Standard (£10), pay what you can or free
Book: Via Eventbrite
Sci-fi and Fantasy Writing Group
Whether you’re stuck and looking for input on your work in progress or you just want to nerd out about sci-fi and fantasy, this is the group for you!
When: 1st Sunday of the month
Time: 1:30-3:30pm
Tickets: Standard (£10), pay what you can or free
Book: Via Eventbrite
LGBTQ+ Writing Group
Come along to write, share, plot and plan with your creativity! Any experience or writing interest is welcome.
When: 2nd Thursday of the month
Time: 5:30-7:30pm
Tickets: Pay what you can
Book: Via Eventbrite
Queer Open Mic
Take the mic and talk/sing/dance/perform at our monthly Queer Open Mic!
When: Last Saturday of the month
Time: 5:30-8pm
Tickets: Pay what you can
Book: Via Eventbrite
DramaQueers
DramaQueers is a monthly meeting for LGBTQ+ theatre makers, actors, directors and writers. The group runs workshops and drama practice for people of all levels once a month at the Centre.
When: 1st Sunday of the month
Time: 5-7pm
Tickets: Free
Book: Via Eventbrite
LGBTQ+ Improv Workshop
A drop-in workshop for LGBTQ+ people of any improv experience level.
When: 1st Saturday of the month
Time: 5:30-7:30pm
Tickets: Solidarity (£10), standard (£5), pay what you can or free
Book: Via Eventbrite
Do you have an event idea you’d love to host at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre? Read our guide and email us at bookings@londonlgbtqcentre.org.
If you’d like to support the Centre so we can continue to host an events programme led by LGBTQ+ facilitators, organisers and groups, find out how to donate.
Want to know what else is happening at the Centre? Find out more about the weekly events we host and see what else is coming up in our programme!
Calendar of Events
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ProudMinds LGBTQIA+ ADHD Meetup is a relaxed and welcoming space for the LGBTQIA+ neurodivergent community.ProudMinds LGBTQIA+ ADHD Meetup is a relaxed and welcoming space for the LGBTQIA+ neurodivergent communityWhether you’re… Read More »ProudMinds LGBTQIA+ ADHD Meetup
Free
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Weekday Shacharit service for queer Jews and allies.Hosted by Jewish Autonomous Queers, Queer Weekday Minyan is a weekly service and a way to start your Tuesday with fellowship and blessings!7:30am… Read More »Queer Weekday Minyan
Free
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A space for LGBTQ+ freelancers, students and work-from-homersJoin us for coffee, a desk and queer business!Every Wednesday the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre opens its space for freelancers, students and anyone… Read More »LGBTQ+ Coworking Space
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A peer support space to tackle the sometimes stressful work of name changes, medical appointments, passport applications and more admin.Do you have admin that you need to do around your… Read More »Trans Admin Group
Free
NA Queer to Stay is a weekly meeting, ran as part of UK Narcotics Anonymous. The group meets every Wednesday from 7-8pm. There's no need to register a place. You… Read More »NA Queer to Stay |
2 events,
Grab a pritt-stick and join the Queer Diary team for an evening of nostalgia, crafting & chance to create your own personal Queer Teenage History Zine! Design the teen mag you wish… Read More »Queer Diary: Zine-Making Evening
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Online peer support group for people of marginalised genders navigating eating disorders and/or body dysmorphia.Online peer support group for people of marginalised genders navigating eating disorders and/or body dysmorphia.A peer-led… Read More »Peer Support for Navigating Eating Disorders and/or Body Dysmorphia
Free
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An hour of yoga for LGBTQ+ people of all abilitiesJoin us for an hour of yoga at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre.Yoga is held on an ad-hoc basis on Fridays… Read More »LGBTQ+ Morning Yoga
Free
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Our weekly meetup for LGBTQ+ people over 50.Formerly organised by Opening Doors, this is a weekly meetup for LGBTQ+ people over 50.AccessibilityThe Centre's accessibility statement is here.Covid safety at the… Read More »50+ Friday Social
Free
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Celebrate the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre's anniversary and hear more about our latest report from our team.After four years since the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre opened, we are thrilled to… Read More »4th Centre Anniversary: Community Listening and Research Launch
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An hour of yoga for LGBTQ+ people of all abilitiesJoin us for an hour of yoga at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre.Yoga is held on an ad-hoc basis on Fridays… Read More »LGBTQ+ Morning Yoga
Free
Thai Yoga Massage is conducted fully clothed on the floor on a futon mat. Thania (they/them) uses compression and passive stretching in prone, supine, side-lying and seated positions. It is… Read More »Thai Yoga Massage
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A monthly Writing Club for all queer, trans and intersex Black and people of colour.Are you a QTIBPOC writer with a idea in mind? Or someone who has ideas but… Read More »Writing Club for QTIBPOC |
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By exploring yourself through breath you'll learn the tools which are useful every day if you find yourself in a stressful situation.We start of by shaking off our body’s to… Read More »Breathwork
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This guided meditation group creates a unique space for LGBTQ+ people to foster friendship and practice meditation.The sessions will feature a variety of mindfulness, loving-kindness and wisdom meditations. There’ll also… Read More »LGBTQ+ Community Meditation
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From green spaces and forests to scenic canals, join us for a monthly Queer Walking Group across North, South, East and/or West London.Join us on a series of engaging walks… Read More »Queer Walking Group
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A monthly 50+ social meetup for bisexual and pansexual folks at an intersectional, intergenerational and safer LGBTQ+ haven.Bi the Way is a dynamic monthly social group designed for bisexual and… Read More »Bi The Way (Over 50s)
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Weekday Shacharit service for queer Jews and allies.Hosted by Jewish Autonomous Queers, Queer Weekday Minyan is a weekly service and a way to start your Tuesday with fellowship and blessings!7:30am… Read More »Queer Weekday Minyan
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A monthly meetup for trans and non-binary people over 50.Formerly organised by Opening Doors, this is a monthly meetup for trans and non-binary people over 50.Accessibility:The Centre's accessibility statement is… Read More »50+ Trans and Non-Binary Group
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LGBTQ+ friendly beginners and intermediate ballet class. A holistic practice that will improve your strength, coordination and flexibility.Learn the foundations of ballet in the beautiful surroundings of the Southbank.A holistic… Read More »LGBTQ+ Ballet
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A space for LGBTQ+ freelancers, students and work-from-homersJoin us for coffee, a desk and queer business!Every Wednesday the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre opens its space for freelancers, students and anyone… Read More »LGBTQ+ Coworking Space
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NA Queer to Stay is a weekly meeting, ran as part of UK Narcotics Anonymous. The group meets every Wednesday from 7-8pm. There's no need to register a place. You can drop by any time from 6:30pm. To retain privacy, the Centre will be closed during the meeting. Accessibility: The Centre's accessibility statement is here. Covid… Read More »NA Queer to Stay |
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LGBTQIA+ and polyamory knowledgeable, racially conscious, sex-positive, intersectional therapy with therapist, Eunice Hung. Eunice is a BACP registered integrative therapist, offering a warm, non-judgemental, supportive and personalised approach. She aims to help you explore and process any significant life issues, traumatic history, unwanted thoughts and beliefs, and compulsive behaviours that are holding you back. Eunice… Read More »E.H Counselling The London LGBTQ+ Community Centre is closed for a private event from 2-4pm. If you're attending E.H. Counselling in our Quiet Room during this time, your session will take place. We'll reopen to the public at 4pm.
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A monthly group for LGBTQ+ Black people and people of colour over 50.Formally organised by Opening Doors, Melanin Vybz is a regular group for LGBTQ+ Black people and people of colour over 50.Accessibility:The Centre's accessibility statement is here.Covid and mpox safety at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre:To keep our community safe, we ask that all… Read More »Melanin Vybz (BPOC 50+ Meetup)
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An hour of yoga for LGBTQ+ people of all abilitiesJoin us for an hour of yoga at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre.Yoga is held on an ad-hoc basis on Fridays and Saturdays from 11am - 12pm. Please check Eventbrite for any changes and ensure you have registered before attending. Yoga mats are provided but please… Read More »LGBTQ+ Morning Yoga
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Our weekly meetup for LGBTQ+ people over 50.Formerly organised by Opening Doors, this is a weekly meetup for LGBTQ+ people over 50.AccessibilityThe Centre's accessibility statement is here.Covid safety at the London LGBTQ+ Community CentreTo keep our community safe, we ask that all visitors do not visit the Centre if they are feeling any Covid-19 and/or… Read More »50+ Friday Social
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Titan is QTPOC barber bringing his services to the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre every two weeks. He has 8 years of experience in shops and freelancing with a wealth of knowledge working with all hair types. They aim to create a welcoming and safe environment for people within the LGBTQ+ community. Services vary from tidy-ups… Read More »Titan Trims: Pop-up Barber |
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By exploring yourself through breath you'll learn the tools which are useful every day if you find yourself in a stressful situation.We start of by shaking off our body’s to… Read More »Breathwork
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An hour of yoga for LGBTQ+ people of all abilitiesJoin us for an hour of yoga at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre.Yoga is held on an ad-hoc basis on Fridays… Read More »LGBTQ+ Morning Yoga
Free
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A casual Welsh-language meet-up for LGBTQ+ people. Learners welcome!Join us for a casual meetup for Welsh speakers of any level! Meet and chat with others, improve your Welsh or just… Read More »LGBTQ+ Welsh Language Meetup
Free - £5.00
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Our LGBTQ+ Winter Market is back for another year! We're hosting a bunch of LGBTQ+ crafters, artists and sellers on Sunday 14 December at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre 🎁… Read More »LGBTQ+ Winter Market |
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Discover your gateway to managing stress and finding inner peace and relaxation through resetting your nervous system and releasing tension.Discover your gateway to managing stress and finding inner peace and… Read More »Shake It Off Naturally with TRE®
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Weekday Shacharit service for queer Jews and allies.Hosted by Jewish Autonomous Queers, Queer Weekday Minyan is a weekly service and a way to start your Tuesday with fellowship and blessings!7:30am… Read More »Queer Weekday Minyan
Free
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A space for LGBTQ+ freelancers, students and work-from-homersJoin us for coffee, a desk and queer business!Every Wednesday the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre opens its space for freelancers, students and anyone… Read More »LGBTQ+ Coworking Space
£5.00
NA Queer to Stay is a weekly meeting, ran as part of UK Narcotics Anonymous. The group meets every Wednesday from 7-8pm. There's no need to register a place. You… Read More »NA Queer to Stay |
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Discover the transformative power of TRE! TRE® (Tension and Trauma Releasing Exercises) are a set of exercises that can release long-held tension patterns and promote new feelings of embodiment and… Read More »Tension and Trauma Release Exercises
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A monthly support group for LGBTQ+ people who’ve left their religion.Were you part of a high-control religion, have you deconstructed or been expelled? Have you lost contact with family, friends… Read More »Losing My Religion
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An hour of yoga for LGBTQ+ people of all abilitiesJoin us for an hour of yoga at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre.Yoga is held on an ad-hoc basis on Fridays… Read More »LGBTQ+ Morning Yoga
Free
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Our weekly meetup for LGBTQ+ people over 50.Formerly organised by Opening Doors, this is a weekly meetup for LGBTQ+ people over 50.AccessibilityThe Centre's accessibility statement is here.Covid safety at the… Read More »50+ Friday Social
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Join London Deaf Queer Society at the Centre!London Deaf Queer Society is hosting a monthly gathering open to all deaf, hard of hearing, Cochlear Implant, CODA/DP, Hearing Signers, learners and… Read More »London Deaf Queer Society
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5 events,
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An hour of yoga for LGBTQ+ people of all abilitiesJoin us for an hour of yoga at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre.Yoga is held on an ad-hoc basis on Fridays… Read More »LGBTQ+ Morning Yoga
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A monthly social meetup for queer women, trans and non-binary people over 40.Join Sappho Events for a tea or coffee and conversation, meeting fellow queer women, trans and non-binary people… Read More »40 and Up LGBTQI+ Women’s Social
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Thai Yoga Massage is conducted fully clothed on the floor on a futon mat. Thania (they/them) uses compression and passive stretching in prone, supine, side-lying and seated positions. It is… Read More »Thai Yoga Massage |
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This guided meditation group creates a unique space for LGBTQ+ people to foster friendship and practice meditation.The sessions will feature a variety of mindfulness, loving-kindness and wisdom meditations. There’ll also… Read More »LGBTQ+ Community Meditation
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Come and meet other queer people interested in platonic coparenting. Whether you want to explore the concept or you're looking coparents, the event is open to all! Queer Platonic Coparenting… Read More »Queer Platonic Coparenting: Meetup for Prospective Coparents
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Bridge the generation gap! Enjoy a relaxed Sunday afternoon tea and get to know older and younger people, aged 18-118.Bridge the generation gap! Enjoy a relaxed sunday afternoon tea with… Read More »Mind the Gap: Intergenerational Social
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Weekday Shacharit service for queer Jews and allies.Hosted by Jewish Autonomous Queers, Queer Weekday Minyan is a weekly service and a way to start your Tuesday with fellowship and blessings!7:30am… Read More »Queer Weekday Minyan
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Spend Christmas Eve with us at the Centre!Join us for our annual festive feast on Christmas Eve, make some new friends and make the yuletide super gay.Note: we’re confirming details… Read More »LGBTQ+ Community Christmas Eve Dinner
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NA Queer to Stay is a weekly meeting, ran as part of UK Narcotics Anonymous. The group meets every Wednesday from 7-8pm. There's no need to register a place. You… Read More »NA Queer to Stay |
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The London LGBTQ+ Community Centre is closed from Thursday 25 December as our team has a much-deserved rest. We will reopen on Wednesday 7 January. If you need support during… Read More »Centre closed for winter break |
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Join us on Instagram Live for a relaxing afternoon of yoga with one of the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre's facilitators, David. |
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NA Queer to Stay is a weekly meeting, ran as part of UK Narcotics Anonymous. The group meets every Wednesday from 7-8pm. There's no need to register a place. You… Read More »NA Queer to Stay |
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We host a number of groups and workshops focused on neurodiversity and have made changes to make our space more accessible. We’re currently consulting with the community about rebuilding our toilet facilities. If you have any feedback to share about the space, get in touch.
Check out our FAQs if you have any further queries and sign up for our newsletter for updates.
We can’t wait to welcome you to the Centre.